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Nationals DFA Miles Mikolas to Clear Jackson Kent Spot

8/13/2026

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The Washington Nationals designated right-hander Miles Mikolas for assignment on August 12, 2026, ending his $2.25 million deal.
Mikolas posted a 3-9 record, 5.82 ERA and 27 home runs in 116 innings.
The move cleared a spot for left-handed prospect Jackson Kent, who debuted that night versus the Chicago Cubs.
Kent had been 8-3 with a 4.38 ERA in 13 Triple-A starts, leaving Washington five games from a wild-card spot.

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Historical Context

The 1994 MLB players’ strike began on August 12 after the final games on August 11, canceling 938 games and the World Series—the first postseason loss since 1904. Acting commissioner Bud Selig’s 26-2 vote ended the season. On August 12, 2026, the Washington Nationals designated Miles Mikolas, illustrating how the legacy of labor-driven cost cuts still influences roster strategy.

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Story summary

The Washington Nationals designated right-hander Miles Mikolas for assignment on August 12, 2026, ending his $2.25 million deal.
Mikolas posted a 3-9 record, 5.82 ERA and 27 home runs in 116 innings.
The move cleared a spot for left-handed prospect Jackson Kent, who debuted that night versus the Chicago Cubs.
Kent had been 8-3 with a 4.38 ERA in 13 Triple-A starts, leaving Washington five games from a wild-card spot.

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